Get up early

Rather than starting your morning with your usual frantic rush, set your clock back an hour earlier and use this time to engage in a productive task followed by an enjoyable one. For example, begin with a chore like tidying up your pad for 15 minutes. Don't worry if you don't finish it -- the point isn't to spring clean your place from top to bottom. Then, reward yourself for your effort by using the rest of the hour to relax by reading the newspaper over coffee, catching up on politics or learning more about whatever interests you. Remember, however, to go to bed an hour earlier than usual to ensure you're getting enough sleep.